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Flood warning for Isolated properties and villages near to the River Ancholme from Bishopbridge to Brigg

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High river levels are expected to cause flooding today. 

Flooding is expected from the evening of 28 February 2026 . 

The River Ancholme catchment saw heavy rainfall overnight on 27 February 2026 and throughout this morning and river levels are responding. No further significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days, however, we expect water levels to remain high. Properties in Brandy Wharf in Waddingham are expected to be affected first. 

We are closely monitoring the situation . 

Start acting on your flood plan if you have one . 

This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood warning area: Isolated properties and villages near to the River Ancholme from Bishopbridge to Brigg Including Snitterby Carr, Waddingham Carrs, Brandy Wharf and Cadney Carrs.

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The River Ancholme level at Brandy Wharf was 2.13 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 2.20 metres.

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